1986 Jeep Wagoneer Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer. The part named most often is seat belts, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by tires (2) and steering (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Seat belts2 40%
- Tires2 40%
- Steering1 20%
Example complaints
Tires: “Pe#00020; front passenger's tire blewout. Vehicle was moving approximately 20 MPH. Tire experienced a large rip where the tread met the sidewall. Tires were purchased brand new at a tire center. Approx. Mileage on the tires 500 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #871908, filed 2000-09Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 89V219000Nov 21, 1989Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1986–1987
Tire reserve load label may not have been installed.
- 88V106000Jul 1, 1988Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › HydraulicCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1985–1987, Cherokee 1985–1987, Comanche 1985–1987
Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
- 86V159000Dec 9, 1986Steering › LinkagesCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1986–1987, Cherokee 1986–1987, Comanche 1986–1987
Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. Consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.
- 86V146000Nov 7, 1986Vehicle speed control › CablesCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1986, Cherokee 1986, Comanche 1986
Accelerator cable bushing could disconnect from the accelerator lever assembly. Consequence of defect: this could result in loss of engine control with engine returning to idle.
- 85V139000Oct 29, 1985Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1986, Cherokee 1986, Comanche 1986
Jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled. Consequence of defect: if the fuel line becomes disconnected, spills gasoline and an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion…
Recall details for the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- DP87022REAR WINDOWClosed · Jul 14, 1987
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer.
Other model years of the Jeep Wagoneer
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 25,000 | 3 | 4 | 20 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 57 | 33,714 | 8 | 4 | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 115 | 32,000 | 9 | 4 | 20 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2022 | 209 | 32,000 | 10 | — | 18 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
| 1990 | 13 | 109,435 | 5 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 11 | 168,388 | 3 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 10 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 5 | — | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Jeep Wagoneer model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by tires with 2.
Has the 1986 Jeep Wagoneer been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.